Decode the Hidden Message: Shawn Mendes' Latest Song Raises Questions about Reuniting with Camila Cabello

Shawn Mendes surprised fans with a new single titled "What the Hell Are We Dying For?" on June 9, drawing speculation about its lyrics and possible connection to his ex-girlfriend Camila Cabello. The singer-songwriter shared on Instagram that he wrote the song with his friends in upstate New York, finishing it just a few hours before its release. Mendes felt compelled to share the track with his followers in real-time.

Mendes teased the release of the track hours before its official drop on Thursday, June 8, by sharing an Instagram photo of the Manhattan skyline engulfed in smoke as a result of the ongoing Canadian wildfires. The smoke from the forest fires has been blowing towards the East Coast, prompting air quality warnings in New York City and several other cities since Tuesday, June 6. The situation has made it challenging for residents to breathe, with the air smelling like a burning campfire and the sky appearing orange.

In addition to his voice acting work, Shawn Mendes, a Canadian artist, encouraged his social media followers to contribute to the Canadian Red Cross' frontline aid efforts last Friday. The song "What the Hell Are We Dying For?" contains lyrics that reference the wildfires and smoke that have been visible in New York City, as well as hints of possibly reigniting a past romantic relationship.

"I am silenced by the thoughts of you that consume my mind," he croons. "I yearn to rescue our love, yet I am lost in how to proceed. If we cannot love and care for each other as we once did, then what is the purpose of our suffering? ... If we cannot be together, then what is the point of our existence?

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Mendes adds in another verse: “Living without you / Is not living at all / So what the hell are we dying for?”

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Fans of the "Mercy" artist speculate that he may be referring to Camila Cabello as his inspiration, although he has not confirmed this. Despite his attempt to frame the song as a call to action for climate change, some social media users find the idea amusing and believe the song is solely about Cabello.

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One individual expressed their dissatisfaction, questioning the use of a climate crisis as inspiration for a breakup song pertaining to Camila Cabello.

According to a source who spoke exclusively to Us Weekly, the two singers have been spending a lot of time together and even traveling together. Although they both have their own places, it seems like they have practically moved in with each other. The insider revealed that their feelings for each other have resurfaced after they began hanging out again and they seem inseparable. The source also mentioned that their relationship still feels fresh and new.